Head Chef Taipa Beach Resort location Northland.

Taipa Beach Resort, nestled on the picturesque Doubtless Bay, offers a unique blend of serene beachside relaxation and easy access to Northland's attractions. Guests can unwind by the beach or pool and explore nearby historic sites, scenic walks, and cultural experiences just moments away.

This resort provides a wide array of accommodations, including studios, one- and two-bedroom apartments, amounting to a total of 32 bedrooms. Moreover, it features a vibrant conference and events venue. As Head Chef, you will play a pivotal role in creating memorable culinary experiences for our guest, ensuring that the highest standards of food quality, trends, taste, and presentation are meet.

Responsibilities ability to run multiple outlets, restaurant, conference and events. To be a great leader with excellent communication skills. Manage kitchen employees through rostering, payroll, training, coaching, evaluating and hiring.

Collaborate with the Food & Beverage Manager and Front Office to ensure seamless coordination and execution of food service and events. Develop menus with latest trends and variety showcasing a fusion of international flavors. Monitor presentation of all foods served to guests and ensure that appearance and quality are consistently maintained.

Leading the team in a hands on and positive way. Actively encourage team retention and development through effective training, succession planning and multi-skilling. Ensure effective food inventory practices through proper storage, stock rotation and purchasing.

Ensure all risks are identified and immediate action taken to resolve. Monitor and control departmental expenditures to ensure meeting operational standards while maintaining annual budget. Plan and manage the procurement, production, preparation and presentation of all food in the hotel in a safe, sanitary, cost-effective manner.

To have great organisational skills and the ability to problem solve and make decisions.  Must maintain composure and objectivity under pressure. Understanding of current Health & Safety obligations, ensuring the Kitchen is fully compliant to the SOP's, Policies, procedures, and service standards. Expedite peak meal periods by maintaining a 'hands on' approach. Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by the General Manager. Assist with any guest inquiry.

Experience working in high-volume kitchens & leading large teams while building a great culture and kitchen environment.Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery, or equivalent. Current Food Safety Handling Certificate. Hotel Industry knowledge a distinct advantage. Demonstrated commercial capability to drive profit, control costs and build customer loyalty.